Columbia South Carolina Information - Page 36
Columbia had no paved streets until 1908, when 17 blocks of Main Street were surfaced. There were, however, 115 publicly maintained street crossings at intersections to keep pedestrians from having to wade through a sea of mud between wooden sidewalks. As an experiment, Washington Street was once paved with wooden blocks. This proved to be the source of much local amusement when they buckled and floated away during heavy rains. The blocks were replaced with asphalt paving in 1925.
The first paid firemen were hired in 1903. A car was purchased for the chief that same year, evidently the first vehicle owned by the city. In 1934, the federal courthouse at Main and Laurel was purchased by the city for use as City Hall. Built of granite from nearby Winnsboro, Columbia City Hall is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Designed by Alfred Bult Millet, President Ulysses S. Grant's federal architect, the building was completed in 1876. Mullet, best known for his design of the Executive Office Building in Washington, D.C., had originally designed the building with a clock tower. Large cost overruns probably caused it to be left out.
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3213 Quitman Street
Columbia, SC 29204
Forest Acres
Residential
Classic mid-century modern atomic ranch era home w/contemporary updates on over 1/3 acre! Built in 1959, this brick, 3BR/ 2BA home w/covered parkin...
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3 Tambridge Court
Columbia, SC 29229
Holly Ridge
Residential
OPEN HOUSE THIS SUNDAY 4/21 1-3PM! Don't miss your chance to see this all-brick beauty is located in the highly-sought after Holly Ridge subdivisio...
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1085 Shop Road
Columbia, SC 29201
The Gates At Williams-brice
Residential
This highly sought after 3 bedroom condo at The Gates is just 2 blocks from Williams Brice Stadium and 1 mile from USC. It is the only one availabl...
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1929 Bluff Road
Columbia, SC 29201
The Retreat
Residential
Excellent opportunity in The Retreat, USC's premier student housing community! This floor plan with 4 bed 4 bath property is always one of the firs...
1929 Bluff Road
Columbia, SC 29201
The Retreat
Residential
This the sought after Magnolia floor plan - 5 bedrooms. Currently rented for $3,202. Gated neighborhood focusing in Student Housing. Outstanding in...
341 Channel Drive
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina - Pinnacle Ridge
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Nothing better than a new construction home! It is the best feeling on move-in day knowing no one has ever lived there and you get to enjoy all the...
220 Canongate Drive
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina - Pinnacle Ridge
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Nothing better than a new construction home! It is the best feeling on move-in day knowing no one has ever lived there and you get to enjoy all the...
1929 Bluff Road
Columbia, SC 29201
The Retreat
Residential
Excellent 4 bed 4 bath home in the retreat. Property is in good condition and move in ready for tenants. Currently all 4 bedrooms are leased and 3 ...
224 Canongate Drive
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina - Pinnacle Ridge
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Nothing better than a new construction home! It is the best feeling on move-in day knowing no one has ever lived there and you get to enjoy all the...
472 Harbour Pointe Drive
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina - Woodleigh Pointe
Residential
Welcome to 472 Harbour Pointe Drive. This beautiful Roland floor plan was built in 2023 and is in the highly sought after Lake Carolina Woodleigh P...
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112 Deer Pass Way
Columbia, SC 29229
Winchester
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Welcome to this charming home with a cozy fireplace and a calming natural color palette throughout. The property boasts flexible living spaces, inc...
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249 Tabor Drive
Columbia, SC 29203
Farrow Hills
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Lovely home with lots of room! 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 baths! New flooring and all new stainless steel appliances. Recently installed brand new r...
210 Hunters Blind Drive
Columbia, SC 29212
Quail Valley
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Welcome to this charming home that has been successfully utilized as an Airbnb rental, offering the potential for a lucrative rental income stream....
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221 Bowling Avenue
Columbia, SC 29203-2739
Starks Terrace
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This truly is a down to the stud renovated beauty that sits on 0.64 acres corner lot of an established unique neighborhood. Home features a large k...
1325 Brentwood Drive
Columbia, SC 29206-28
Forest Acres
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Take a minute and look at all this Forest Acres gem has to offer. Ranch home with split plan on large lot with guest house, workshop, paid in full ...
551 Old Woodlands Road
Columbia, SC 29209-2024
Olde Woodlands
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Situated on over 1.3 acres of land, this one-of-a-kind property is waiting for you to call it your own! Upon driving through the propertys front ga...
2708 Berkeley Forest Drive
Columbia, SC 29209
Berkeley Forest
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Dive into the lifestyle of your dreams with this beautifully renovated home, highlighted by a spectacular backyard pool oasis designed for endless ...
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1929 Bluff Road
Columbia, SC 29201
The Retreat
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295 Oleander Mill Drive
Columbia, SC 29229-7139
Oleander Mill
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BACK ON THE MARKET DUE TO NO FAULT OF THE SELLER!! Absolutely Gorgeous home with Lots of space!!! Home features mature landscaping, window blinds, ...
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204 Nautique Circle
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina - Summerlin
Residential
Welcome to 204 Nautique Circle, located in the beautiful Lake Carolina community! This beautiful 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom property is a blank canvas a...
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1026 Gregg Street
Columbia, SC 29201
University Hill
Residential
Historic Landmark home featured on the National Register. Lovingly maintained and renovated this home has 10 1/2 foot ceilings and 6 working firepl...